Dou Jiande

MedievalGeneralChina573 — 621

Rebel leader known for benevolence, defeated by Li Shimin.

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Quick Facts

Born

573

Died

621

Country

China

Era

Medieval

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)60

Political (20%)44

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)38

Leadership (15%)61

Strategy (15%)66

Total Score49.3

Dou Jiande — Complete Timeline

617 AD

Rebellion at GaochongWar◆ Major

Dou Jiande led a peasant rebellion in Gaochong, Hebei, capitalizing on widespread discontent with Sui rule. He established a base and attracted followers, becoming a major rebel leader in northern China.

RebellionSui CollapsePeasant Uprising

Impact: regionalconstructive

621 AD

Battle of HulaoWar

Dou Jiande's army was defeated by Li Shimin's Tang forces at Hulao Pass. Dou Jiande was captured, and his rebel state collapsed, removing a key obstacle to Tang unification.

BattleTang UnificationDefeat

Impact: regionaltragic

Execution by TangPolitical Action◆ Major

Dou Jiande was executed by the Tang dynasty after his capture at Hulao. His death ended his rebellion and was a significant step in the Tang consolidation of power.

ExecutionTang Unification

Impact: regionaltragic